On July 14, 1882, famed gunfighter John Ringo was found dead in Arizona. Also known as the “gun-fighting gentleman,” Ringo was often romanticized in both life and death. According to legend, Ringo was supposedly a Shakespeare-quoting gentleman “whose wit was as quick as his gun.” more

Thousands of Oklahomans are missing an opportunity to lower their monthly internet bills. The federal government’s Affordable Connectivity Program is available to help households pay for internet service, but few have signed up since the program’s debut in December 2021. more

With temperatures remaining steady in the 100s, keeping cool in a pool is a great way for families to spend time together. Swimming pool safety is important. Whether it's an above ground, in ground, … more

Cameron University will adjust its tuition and fees for the 2022-23 academic year in a move designed to simplify billing and to continue toward a single rate for all course delivery methods. more

The Oklahoma Tax Commission has announced that this year’s Tax-Free Weekend is set to begin at 12:01 a.m. Aug. 5, 2022, and end at midnight Aug. 7, 2022. more

Frederick Public Schools pre-enrollment opens July 25. more

The University of Central Oklahoma recently awarded the President’s Leadership Scholarship to Frederick High School graduate Lily-Marie Fraley in recognition of her demonstrated talent and … more

On July 7, 1917, the British Women's Auxiliary Army Corps was officially established, authorizing female volunteers to serve alongside their male counterparts in France during World War I. more

In the primary election held June 28, 2022, Levi Krasser was voted County Commissioner for District 3 with 60.65% of the vote. His opponents were John Naramor (2.96%), Rick Brown (2.96%), Steve Catlege (8.28%), and Ed Wilkerson (25.15%). more

When local artist Jenny Perry retired from the Frederick Post Office in 2018 after nearly 30 years of service, she said she would spend every day doing some kind of art. Jenny Perry’s Mosaics is a staple in downtown Frederick where anyone can visit to see her many wonderful art pieces or even take a class to learn how to do their own mosaic project. more

On June 30, 1859, Jean Francois Gravelet, a Frenchman known professionally as Charles Blondin, became the first daredevil to walk across Niagara Falls on a tightrope. Gravelet was born Feb. 28, 1824, in Hesdin, France and he died Feb. 22, 1897, in Little Ealing, near London, England. more

A Tillman County accident claimed the life of one person and sent the other to the hospital in critical condition. The single-vehicle accident happened on June 22 just after 10 a.m., about six miles east of Frederick. more

Raising funds for Coats for Kids and Frederick Community Blood Drives, tournament organizers feel this event is the perfect combination of two of Ric’s passions: playing golf and helping others. more

Lake time, cookouts, America, independence, freedom, fireworks – words that are typically associated with the 4th of July, also known as Independence Day. Fireworks are a common way to … more

Tillman County Operation C.A.R.E. has begun preparations for the second annual Roundup for Jesus Rodeo. This year’s event promises to be bigger and better than last year’s extremely successful event. Mark your calendars for Aug. 5 and Aug 6, 2022. That’s right – this year’s rodeo is a two-day event. So, dust off those hats and boots and mosey on down to the Tillman County rodeo grounds for a great time. more

Photojournalists and editors of Hicks Media Group’s Oklahoma papers the Altus Times and the Frederick Press-Leader gained statewide recognition recently. more

Methodist youth did some great community service work in Tillman County recently. more

Every June The Frederick Arts and Humanities Council hosts the annual summer concerts at the Ramona each Saturday of the month. The second concert in this year’s concert series was held June 18, 2022, with a variety of hits from artists like LeAnn Rimes, Patsy Cline, and Reba McEntire. This was another great show with some talented Tillman County citizens performing some great music. more

Wheat harvest is underway in Oklahoma, and as an appropriate prelude, members of the OSU Wheat Improvement Team are working on stronger, higher quality wheat varieties. more

OKLAHOMA CITY – The Oklahoma State Department of Health has identified its first probable case of monkeypox and is working with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to confirm the infection in a central Oklahoma resident with recent international travel to a country with confirmed cases. more